Overview
- Team president Dave Dombrowski publicly stated the club intends to move Castellanos before Opening Day.
- MLB insider Ken Rosenthal said he expects a trade with the Phillies covering most of the roughly $20 million owed in 2026.
- The Padres were identified as a potential fit as they seek a right-handed bat and have considered him at first base.
- The Marlins and Pirates were also named as possibilities, with ESPN’s Jesse Rogers predicting a Pirates deal that includes Philadelphia retaining about $15 million and potentially receiving minimal return.
- Reports attribute Castellanos’ thin market to his 2025 defensive decline and reduced role, and note the Phillies have sought a trade for roughly two seasons without success.